March Field Air Museum Reviews

Extensive Aviation Collection: The museum features over 119 aircraft spanning more than 120 years of aviation history, including early pioneers of powered flight, World War II bombers, Cold War fighters, and modern drones. This makes it one of the largest non-government funded aviation and space museums globally.

Accreditation: It is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, which signifies a high standard of excellence in collections management, educational programming, and visitor experience. This accreditation enhances its credibility and access to resources for growth.

Location: Situated on the edge of an active flight line at March Field Air Reserve Base—one of the oldest military airfields in the U.S.—offering visitors a unique view of modern military aircraft alongside historic ones.

Family-Friendly & Educational: The museum offers interactive displays suitable for children and families with educational presentations that cover significant historical events such as WWI trenches and WWII blitz displays.

Outdoor Space: With over 30 acres dedicated to outdoor exhibits, it allows ample space for physical distancing while viewing a large collection outdoors.

Maintenance Issues: Some exhibits suffer from exposure to weather due to limited indoor exhibit space. Certain artifacts like engines are reported to be deteriorating because they are not adequately protected from elements.

Indoor Exhibit Limitations: Indoor exhibit spaces have been noted as closed or limited at times (e.g., during COVID restrictions), which may reduce access to some parts of the collection or interactive experiences temporarily.

Comparison with Other Museums: Some enthusiasts prefer other museums like Planes of Fame for their working restoration projects and better preservation conditions; March Field’s outdoor display focus might be less appealing for those seeking indoor or hands-on restoration experiences.